herman

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Opera What is the best opera recording?
I am no opera expert, but a Requiem is not an opera. It is a mass for the dead. The Rutter Requiem on Reference is an excellent recording, but it isn't an opera. 
New Lowther whizzer cone design.
I have the new EX-3 in a Lamhorn cabinet. Oh so nice. Better than the old style PM-7A they replaced. They are still breaking in but they are smoother in spite of having more high frequency output . I really can't say if it is the new whizzer, the ... 
Bass Equalization Circuit: Good or Bad Design??
Rwwear is correct. It is impossible to get deep bass out of an average size subwoofer without some sort of bass equalization, i.e. boost. I once built a sub from some plans in Audio magazine that used an 18 inch JBL 2245H in a huge ported box (48"... 
Bass Equalization Circuit: Good or Bad Design??
Rwwear is correct. It is impossible to get deep bass out of an average size subwoofer without some sort of bass equalization, i.e. boost. I once built a sub from some plans in Audio magazine that used an 18 inch JBL 2245H in a huge ported box (48"... 
Time to clean the lenses
Even though they are glass, they may have coatings on them that could be damaged by improper cleaning. The safest thing to do is contact Pioneer and see what they recommend. 
Guitar Alphabet. Please fill out unused letters...
Stevie Ray Vaughan !! 
What is the best 2A3 SET Amplifier?
What are the dimensions of these holes? Do they have good acoustic properties? Perhaps I should abandon my listening room and get me a hole. 
Wright Phono pre-amp??
I can only speak about the 3.5 watt 2A3 amp as that is the only piece I have auditioned. The sound was lovely but it did not have enough oomph to push my speakers (91 dB). Based on that limited exposure I can recommend them for the build quality v... 
Buzz coming from preamp when off
It sounds like you have a transformer buzzing in the preamp since it happens with the system off. I suspect the buzzing you hear from the speakers is from the amp and not coming from the preamp since it does not increase when turned up. I am not f... 
Great SET output and Power transformers
Electraprint makes great transformers. However, "the best" and "cheap" do not usually go together. 
I need advice on Lowthers
You owe it to yourself to give them a listen. The newest Lowthers have been redesigned to tame the midrange peak. For details go to http://www.lowther-america.comI have an MBL sub that blends very well with Lowthers in a Lamhorn cabinet. I would s... 
Turntable Set-up Resources - Help
To contact George Merrill:UNDERGROUND SOUND901-405-0261 http://www.ugsaudio.com 
how do I convert a 12v trigger to 5v
It would be very simple to build a regulator. In fact, it only takes a single 3 pin IC that drops 12V down to 5V. Radio Shack has them for about $1.50. 
What do I do with a FedEx claim denial?
Viggen, I agree they should honor whatever agreement they have entered into. The "Terms and Conditions" that is part of every airbill states in part "We won't be liable for your acts or omissions, including but not limited to improper or insuffici... 
What do I do with a FedEx claim denial?
Viggen,If my examples distort what you intended to say, then I apologize. However, "no matter what the quality of packaging is" seems very clear to me. I believe my examples simply illustrate the problem with your position.